Cooking Mung Vermicelli Soup

Mung bean vermicelli soup is a pre-packed soup of dehydrated seaweeds, mushrooms and vermicelli. (Vermicelli is bihon is Tagalog, by the way.) Personally, I didn't find it appealing whenever I see them in supermarkets. It's not until recently that I finally learned to appreciate how smart and healthy this pack really is.

Read on and find out more about this ingenious package.

If you like instant noodles, you may probably like mung bean vermicelli soup, as well. It's a simple home-cooking recipe that is just easy to prepare. You can do a (seemingly) authentic Asian soup with this pack - in a few minutes just like any instant noodles - only this one's healthier.

2. Saute' garlic in a very hot pan.
3. Add the shrimps or chicken if you're using any.
4. Add the onions. Stir well.
5. Add the vegetables. I used broccoli and carrots for this dish.

6. Season with fish sauce and pepper.
7. Add hot water.

8. Let the soup boil.
9. Add the soaked vegetables and vermicelli last.
10. Let it simmer until you smell its aromatic flavor.
11. Season further with fish sauce and pepper, as desired.
12. Enjoy with a fried dish and a hot steaming rice.

Notice that we didn't use any artificial seasoning or flavors? I told you it's healthy!